Teacher of Religious Education
St Thomas Becket Catholic School · Northampton · West Northamptonshire
Job description
About Our School
Our school is a welcoming, inclusive 11-18 Catholic community where every individual is known, valued, and supported to flourish.
Following our recent Catholic Schools Inspectorate (February 2026), we are proud to have been judged Good overall, with Outstanding in key areas. The school was recognised for a “welcoming, vibrant environment of care and spirituality” and strong relationships where students show deep respect for each other and staff.
Parents also recognise the highest level of pastoral care, reflecting a culture where individuals feel valued.
Alongside this, our Sixth Form is ranked in the top five state-funded schools nationally and is the top-performing faith school in the country.
A school recognised for its outstanding pastoral culture and relationships
Respectful, engaged students
Nationally recognised academic success
Supportive leadership and commitment to staff wellbeing
Our aim is that every student gains enjoyment from their study of RE and will become fluent in the skills necessary for life. The lessons we teach are dynamic, varied and interesting, with all students being challenged in a supportive environment. Teachers individualise their own lessons within the curriculum strand being taught. We use various learning packages to enhance the learning of our students which can be web based, electronic teaching and out of classroom learning resources. The department works closely with the Northampton Diocese with support from our School Chaplain. Applications from ECTs are welcomed.
Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if there are sufficient applications.
All staff uphold the core values and Catholic ethos of the school. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance in lines with our Safer Recruitment Policy.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
St Thomas Becket Catholic School
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 900
- Avg teacher salary
- £41,834
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.4:1
- Academy trust
- OUR LADY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN3 6HT
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- Contract
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- Posted
- 17 March 2026
- Closing date
- 31 July 2026
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